I enjoyed every bit of my swimming career. I think that's the most important advice - to enjoy what you do

When people say, 'Hey, wanna come to our house for dinner?' I say, 'Yeah, what should I bring?' They say, 'How about the dessert?' I just don't skimp on the dessert. I make it the yummy way it should be made, and then I just don't eat the whole pan.

When I was training for the Olympics, I didn't eat the way I should have. I missed out on much-needed protein and opted for every easy carb.

At 4, I joined a summer rec team called the Sugar Bears.

It really was my brother who got me involved in swimming. I wanted to be just like him and do everything he was doing.

The more sleep you get in before the clock turns midnight, the more rested you feel no matter what time your alarm goes off.

I think some parents fall into a trap, teaching their kids that everything is always perfect and everyone is always a winner.